TROOPER NICHOLAS CLARK – WCDO Radio News

WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-9-18

wcdonews — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 18:54:27 +0000

Thousands attended the Calling Hours & Funeral Services over the weekend for Trooper Nicholas Clark. Troopers & officers from various law enforcement agencies paid their respects, along with friends and family members, at the services held at Alfred University. Trooper Clark died in the line of duty last Monday while responding to the report of a suicidal man who had barricaded himself inside a home in Steuben County.
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The American Red Cross is now facing an emergency blood shortage following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood donations; with hundreds fewer blood drives than a typical week and a resulting decline in donations. All eligible donors are urgently needed to give now to help replenish the blood supply. Locally, blood drives are being held today in from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the SFCU main branch in Sidney; in Gilbertsville, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at the Christ Episcopal Church, In Delhi Wednesday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the State University of New York Delhi O’Connor Center for Community Engagement, at 2 Main Street & Friday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 41861 State Highway 10
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Norwich City police arrested an area couple for allegedly assaulting a child. Police were notified by the Chenango County Department of Child Protective Services, The child had been taken to Chenango Memorial Hospital’s Emergency room with injuries to the head & face, police arrested 31-year-old Marrianne Ray and 31-year-old Scott Ray of Norwich for 2nd degree Assault and endangering the welfare of a child, Both were arraigned in Norwich City Court and sent to the Chenango County Jail on $75,000 cash bail, they will reappear in Norwich City Court at a later date.
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The trial of Dean & Adam Skelos continued Friday, with former Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos taking the stand. Dean Skelos was convicted in his first trial for exchanging political favors in order to get his son Adam High Paying No-Show Jobs, a new trial was ordered after the US Supreme Court changed the definition of Corruption, leading to new trials for Skelos & Former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver.
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The Sidney Elks Lodge announced that they will be holding their annual “Looking Back” Car Show & Chicken Barbecue on August 4th, spokesman Mark Little explains:

(Mark Little 7-9-18)

Little said that the event starts at 9:00 AM; Awards will be announced starting at 2:30 PM on the field behind the Elks Lodge on River Street in Sidney.
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The Town of Oneonta announced that they are flushing Hydrants starting today. Hydrants will be flushed in the Plains Parish, Morningside Heights & Angel Heights locations, local residents may have discolored water, they are advised to let the water run until it is clear, more information is available at 432-4581.
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The Town of Guilford announced that the Town Office will be closed Tuesday. Officials with the town said that the office is closed due to a jury trial, more information is available at 895-9966.
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The Town & Village of Unadilla announced road closures Tuesday & Wednesday. Highway Superintendent Rodney Renwick told WCDO News that Wendall Bachman & Buckhorn Lake Roads will be closed for paving, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM both days.

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Governor Cuomo announced that New York’s maple industry hit a 74-year record in 2018 with the production of 806,000 gallons of maple syrup. The maple industry in New York has grown by nearly 50 percent in the last five years and continues to maintain the state’s standing as the second leading producer of fresh maple syrup in the nation. According to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, New York’s maple production constituted about 19 percent of the national total. New York producers also benefited from a long season in 2018 which lasted 52 days, compared to 43 days in 2017
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State Senator Jim Seward will be in Otsego County today at Opportunities for Otsego in Oneonta at 2:00 PM. Senator Seward will announce special state grants he secured to help fund local domestic violence prevention programs. Representatives from Opportunities for Otsego, Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie Counties, Delaware Opportunities, and Liberty Resources of Chenango County will join Senator Seward for the announcement. Senator Seward will also detail several legislative accomplishments from the past year to combat domestic violence and sexual harassment.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-5-18

wcdonews — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 19:47:14 +0000

The Afton Fair will be held 3 days this year from Friday through Sunday with a host of activities. Fair Spokesperson Rhonda Barriger told WCDO News about Friday’s Line-up:

(Rhonda Barriger 7-5-18)

This year is the 129th Afton Fair; more information is available at theaftonfair.com or at the Afton Fair Facebook page.
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A portion of a railroad bridge in downtown Syracuse has collapsed, causing closures in the area & stopping Central New York Rail Traffic this afternoon. Emergency crews blocked off the area of West Onondaga Street and South Clinton Street after part of a bridge collapsed in Syracuse This afternoon at about 1:00 PM. Syracuse
Mayor Ben Walsh said that nobody was hurt in the accident, some utility lines were brought down. The bridge is owned by the New York, Susquehanna and Western Railway.
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Catholic Charities announced that they will hold their Family Color Run Walk on July 21st in Keith Clark par in Sidney. Spokesperson Tracy Martindale said that there is a discount if people sign up to participate by tomorrow:

(Tracy Martindale 7-5-18)

Registration forms can be found at the Oneonta, Sidney or Cobleskill Catholic Charities offices or online at charitiesccdo.org. The race will begin at 9:00 AM on July 21st; registration will begin before the race at 8:15 AM.
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US Senator Chuck Schumer visited Brewery Ommegang in Cooperstown Tuesday, where he discussed a proposal to cut taxes by 50% for the growing number of small breweries opening up across the state. Schumer was also calling for more funding for the Tobacco Trade & Tax Bureau, who are understaffed with inspectors tasked with reviewing & allowing permits for the growing amount of small breweries.
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State DEC Officials announced that 2 men have been charged, for allegedly dumping waste from the power cleaning of the Oneonta High School Track, into the Oneonta creek nearby. John Scott & Victor Doratto of Copeland Coating Company were ticketed for disturbing a protected stream, after local residents reported the change in color of the creek.
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The race for the 19th Congressional District is heating up, after the recent Democratic primary. Both republican Incumbent John Faso & Democratic challenger Antonio Delgado appeared in Oneonta this week, Faso toured Custom Electronics in Oneonta Tuesday, Delgado campaigned in Neahwa Park Wednesday during the annual 4th of July Hometown Festival.
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Bullthistle Brewing Company of Sherburne will be photographed and videotaped on Monday July 9 for the Brew Central national advertising campaign, which brings together the stories behind craft beer, hard cider, wineries and spirits in Central New York with a website and ad placement in some of the nation’s premier beer magazines. Bullthistle Brewing Company will also be featured in the next installment of the YouTube series, “Stories on Tap”, the filming is scheduled for about 5:00 PM Monday at the Company’s site at 45 South Main Street in Sherburne.

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Service arrangements for Trooper Nicholas Clark have been set for Saturday and Sunday. Calling Hours will be held Saturday from 1:00PM to 6:00PM at Alfred University’s Physical Education Center; the Funeral Service will be on Sunday at 11:00 AM at Alfred University’s Physical Education Center. Trooper Clark was fatally shot Monday Morning responding to the report of a suicidal suspect barricaded in his residence, in Steuben County.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies 22 year old arrested Daniel Tompkins of Gilboa for Criminal Mischief, Tampering with Evidence, Assault, Conspiracy, Tompkins allegedly assaulted an individual after having conspired with others and that Tompkins damaged the property of the assaulted victim with damages estimated to be in excess of $1500.00. Tompkins is accused of altering & hiding evidence from this incident. Tompkins was arraigned at the Town of Stamford Court; he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 in bond. He will re-appear in the Town of Stamford Court at a later date.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton on June 26th as a result of patients seeking medical treatment following an ATV accident. The Investigation revealed that a 12 year old Walton girl was operating an ATV in the Town of Tompkins when she lost control, left the roadway, traveled down an embankment, overturned and came to a rest in a creek bed. The driver and 2 passengers on the ATV, 42 year old Beth Czerniak and an 8 year old girl, all 3 were treated at Delaware Valley Hospital. Czerniak was later transported to Wilson Hospital, Johnson City, for further treatment of a head injury. Deputies have arrested Beth Czerniak of Walton for 2 counts of endangering the welfare of a child and for numerous other traffic charges, she will appear in Town of Tompkins Court at a later date to answer the charges.

WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-3-18

wcdonews — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 19:40:32 +0000

State Police are cracking down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions for the 4th of July holiday. State Troopers are conducting sobriety checkpoints and targeting reckless and aggressive driving statewide to keep New York highways safe during one of the busiest times for summertime traveling. The enforcement detail will run through Thursday, July 5th. Also, Governor Cuomo announced that lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on State highways will be suspended until Thursday, to accommodate travelers during the busy Independence Day holiday.
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The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York urges New Yorkers to let professionals handle the fireworks, and not to use these dangerous & illegal devices themselves. All fireworks, including sparklers can be extremely dangerous, the tip of a sparkler burns at a temperature of nearly 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, which can cause severe 3rd degree burns, sparklers cause roughly 25% of all fireworks-related emergency room visits, the most of any type of fireworks-like device.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 29 year old Vincent Reggero of Arkville, for False Personation, after he identified himself to Deputies during a traffic stop on State Highway 206 in the Town of Walton on June 25th using a false name and date of birth. Reggero had an active warrant for his arrest from San Antonio, Texas for Assault/Bodily Injury of a Security Officer; he was then arrested as a Fugitive from Justice and arraigned in the Village of Walton Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail. Reggero will answer to charges in the Town of Walton while he awaits extradition to the State of Texas.
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The Annual Gilbertville Pet Parade will be held this evening starting at the Centennial Park Pavilion, organizer Jonathan Dukochitz (duh-KOO-chits) explains:

(Jonathan Dukochitz 7-3-18)

Ice Cream treats will be available at the conclusion of the pet parade; more information is available at 646-320-7715.
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First Night Oneonta and Five Star Subaru present the HOMETOWN 4th of JULY in Neahwa Park tomorrow, the event is alcohol free & admission is free. Among the Scheduled events: from 9:00 AM until 12:00 Noon; The Oneonta Color Run will be held in Neahwa Park, at 12:00 Noon will be the Parade, with the Lineup at 11:00 AM at the Foothills Center for the Performing Arts on Market Street. The parade will travel down Main Street and into Neahwa Park. All entertainment, activities & vendors will be in Neahwa Park & at 6:00 PM, there will be a free Oneonta Outlaws Baseball Game at Damascke Field, the day will conclude with Fireworks at 9:30 pm.
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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will meet tonight at 5:30pm at The Meeting Place. The agenda will be devoted to a final update for the Annual Carnival of Sales on July 14th & to continue the Strategic Planning Workshop.
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State Police Superintendent George Beach announced the death of Trooper Nicholas Clark. Early Monday morning, Trooper Clark, the Stueben County Sheriff’s Office and the Corning Police Department responded to a call of a suicidal subject barricaded at a residence in the town of Erwin, Stueben County. During the incident response, Trooper Clark was shot and killed. 43-year old Steven Kiley was found in the residence dead of an apparent gunshot wound. Trooper Clark was 29 years old, he graduated from the 203rd session of the Basic School in 2015. The incident remains under investigation.
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Fireworks Over the Fairgrounds returns to the Chenango County Fairgrounds on July 4th, Terry Potter of Millennia Entertainment explains:

(Terry Potter 7-3-18)

Tickets are available locally at Blue Ox Store or at the gate the day of the show, the day will conclude with a Fireworks display at Dusk.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 40 year old Anthony Stephens of Walton, on charges of DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Uninspected Motor Vehicle, Unsafe Tire, Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent, and Moved from Lane Unsafely, following a motorcycle accident in the Town of Hamden. Stephens is scheduled to appear in the Town of Hamden Court at a later date to answer the charges.
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The City of Oneonta will hold a public hearing this evening at the Oneonta Common Council Meeting at City Hall to receive public comments on the City’s community development needs, and to discuss the possible submission of 1 or more Community Development Block Grant applications for 2018. The City is currently considering a grant application for $230,000 for Nick’s Diner on Chestnut Street. The Common Council meeting is open to the public & begins at 7:00 PM in the 2nd floor Common Council Chambers.
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